Rehoboth Beach

The City of Rehoboth Beach is accepting applications for its new mixed-use zoning ordinance task force until Oct. 11.

REHOBOTH BEACH, Del. — The City of Rehoboth Beach is accepting applications for its new mixed-use zoning ordinance task force. The goal is to develop a zoning classification focused on mixed-use projects within the city’s commercial district.

The task force, a priority outlined in the city’s 2020 Comprehensive Development Plan, will create design guidelines and standards aimed at balancing commercial and residential needs while protecting neighboring properties. The group’s recommendations will be submitted to the Planning Commission and Board of Commissioners for consideration.

The task force will include representatives from the Board of Commissioners, Planning Commission, builder and development community, Rehoboth Beach Main Street, local businesses, and property owners. It is expected to begin its work this fall and will meet six times over a nearly year-long period. All meetings will be open to the public.

Residents and stakeholders interested in serving on the task force can apply through the city’s digital Legislative Portal until Oct. 11.

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Emma Aken joined CoastTV News in July of 2024, after graduating from Penn State with a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism and a minor in business. While at CoastTV, she’s reported on everything from breaking news, continued investigative coverage, spot news, development stories and a variety of other local issues.

Emma is currently the Weekend Anchor, producing and anchoring the 6 and 11 p.m. newscasts on Saturdays and Sundays.While at Penn State, she was involved in Penn State Network News, where she grew even more passionate about the news industry. Emma is from Rochester, New York. She loves summer, traveling and spending time with her friends and family. For as long as she can remember, Emma has enjoyed writing, filming and storytelling. She is honored to tell the stories of those along the coast.

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